What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Architect position at Motion Recruitment?
Our client is a trusted IT infrastructure and managed services provider serving enterprise customers worldwide. Based out of Tulsa, they are looking to hire a Network Architect on a Contract basis.
Contract Duration: 4 Month Contract (Potential for extension or conversion)
Required Skills & Experience
- CCNP to CCIE-level expertise in Cisco networking technologies (CCIE preferred)
- Strong experience with enterprise and campus network design and architecture
- Deep knowledge of:
- Routing & Switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
- VLANs, STP, QoS
- Cisco Catalyst and Nexus platforms
- Experience designing and implementing scalable, resilient network infrastructures
- Advanced troubleshooting experience in complex production environments
- Ability to handle P1/P2 incidents and participate in 24x7 on-call rotations
- Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices
- Experience with network documentation, diagrams, and standards
Desired Skills & Experience
- CCIE certification (or actively pursuing)
- Experience with data center networking and/or SD-WAN
- Exposure to network automation tools (Python, Ansible, etc.)
- Familiarity with monitoring tools and performance optimization
- Previous experience in a lead or architect-level role
Responsibilities
- Design and architect enterprise and campus network solutions aligned with business needs
- Lead network buildouts, upgrades, and infrastructure improvements
- Provide hands-on engineering support, including configuration and deployment of Cisco network devices
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, including high-priority (P1/P2) outages
- Participate in on-call rotation to support critical production environments
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on infrastructure and connectivity initiatives
- Maintain and update network documentation, diagrams, and standards
- Act as a subject matter expert and provide guidance on best practices and emerging technologies
You will receive the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
- Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
- Paid Sick Time Leave
- Legal and Identity Protection Plans
- Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
- 529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
Salary : $75 - $90